Good morning
A quiet few days on the local record, with a consultation on Ladywell Playtower and a retrofit programme for council homes. The weekend brings a walk around Lee and kites on the Heath.
The big story
Have your say on four bids for Ladywell Playtower
Lewisham Council has opened the final stage of its search for a partner to restore the Grade II listed Playtower. Four teams are shortlisted: Hackit CIC, Liquid Listening, RUSS (Rural Urban Synthesis Society) and Turner Works. You can meet them at a drop-in at St Mary's Centre, Ladywell Road, on Thursday 15 October from 3pm to 8pm. The survey closes at 9am on 16 November. READ →
In brief
Lewisham to retrofit up to 800 council homes
The council is spending more than £16m, supported by government funding, on insulation, ventilation, low-carbon heating and solar panels by 2028. Local firm Ksquared will handle assessments, design and coordination. READ →
Openings & closings
Korean barbecue restaurant registers at 47-49 Lee High Road
Cowcow Korean BBQ has registered as a new food business at the address where Cow Cow was last listed on 11 September. The new entry is awaiting inspection. The old Cow Cow record has been removed, and the register does not say whether it closed or changed hands. READ →
Getting around
Lane restrictions on Lewisham High Street southbound
TfL has restricted lanes southbound between Longbridge Way and Ladywell Road until 27 October for junction works. TfL lists the impact as none, but expect some slowing around Ladywell Road. SOURCE →
What's on
Walking tour of Lee 'New Town'
Local historian Paul Wright leads a two-hour walk on Saturday 10 October at 9:30am from St Margaret's Churchyard, Lee Terrace. It covers Kingswood Place, Dacre Park and Quentin Road. Registration is required. SOURCE →
Blackheath Kite Day
Kent Kite Flyers bring large and unusual kites to the Heath on Sunday 11 October from 11am. Bring your own or buy one at the pop-up shop. SOURCE →